Excitement is brewing among fans as Marvel prepares to unveil the second half of the Fantastic Four in the mid-Season 1 update for Marvel Rivals. This surge of enthusiasm coincides with the release of the first trailer for the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film, igniting hopes for a powerful team-up.
Recently, Marvel graced fans with a glimpse of Fantastic Four: First Steps, marking the superhero family’s official entry into the MCU. Although the trailer released on February 4 offered limited narrative details, it showcased the stellar cast—including Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach—in their respective roles.
However, the excitement does not end with the film alone. Following the introduction of Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman in Marvel Rivals during Season 1, players eagerly anticipate the arrival of Human Torch and The Thing later this month.
NetEase, the developer behind the game, has cleverly incorporated references to the MCU counterparts of these characters. Fans, having watched the First Steps trailer, are now voicing hopes that developers seize the opportunity to enhance the gaming experience with new skins.
Demand for Fantastic Four: First Steps Skins Surges
Immediately following the teaser’s debut, players expressed a strong desire for Marvel Rivals to introduce skins reflective of the characters’ cinematic costumes. The retro-inspired suits worn by Pascal and his co-stars pay homage to the 1960s style, drawing heavily from the original comic designs.
Fans are advocating for these skins to be offered as a bundle to coincide with the film’s release in theaters on July 25. As one player articulated on the Marvel Rivals subreddit, “NetEase should release the Fantastic Four’s MCU suits on the movie’s premiere.” This sentiment resonated widely, with numerous users echoing this wish.
NetEase should release the Fantastic Four’s MCU suits on the movie’s premiere. byu/mighty_and_meaty inmarvelrivals
One player noted, “Assuming Ben and Johnny make their fantastic debut before the movie premieres, it’d be the perfect time to drop their MCU suits. Come on, NetEase!” Another chimed in, expressing the hope that aligning character releases with costume drops becomes a norm, envisioning the arrival of Daredevil in March.
Additional community members highlighted existing skins in Marvel Rivals that tie into the MCU, referencing Wolverine’s attire from Deadpool & Wolverine and the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 set. Such precedents offer a solid foundation for cross-promotional efforts, as illustrated by the launch of the Spider-Man 2 skin alongside its PC release.
Given the current momentum and community support, it appears highly probable that a bundle featuring the skins for all four characters in Fantastic Four: First Steps will emerge as the film’s release date approaches, further enriching the Marvel Rivals experience.
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